Definition of Black humor

1. Noun. The juxtaposition of morbid and farcical elements (in writing or drama) to give a disturbing effect.

Exact synonyms: Black Humour
Category relationships: Drama
Generic synonyms: Expressive Style, Style

Definition of Black humor

1. Noun. A subgenre of comedy and satire that deals with subjects that are believed to be serious or volatile, such as death, divorce, drug abuse, etc. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Black Humor

black hairstreak
black hairstreaks
black hat
black hats
black haw
black heel
black hellebore
black hellebores
black hemlock
black henbane
black hickory
black hole
black holes
black horehound
black huckleberry
black humor (current term)
black humour
black ice
black information
black jack
black kite
black knapweed
black knight
black knights
black knot
black larch
black lead
black letter
black letters
black light

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